Mental Health Services for Children and Adolecents

If your child or adolescent is in need of mental health services and you are experiencing a psychiatric emergency please contact 911 or seek assistance from your medical provider or nearest emergency room.There are two primary providers of NYS Office of Mental Health licensed outpatient services in Schenectady County. Their contact information is as follows:

Who can access services?
Any youth ages 0-24 who is having trouble functioning at home, in school, or in the community due to emotional and/or behavioral difficulties may be referred to the Behavioral Health Center @ Northeast, Schenectady for assessment and treatment. Note that parent/guardian consent for those under age 18 is needed; individuals aged 18-24 may self-refer for treatment.How are services accessed?
Call 518-381-8911 for more information on accessing services.
Fax: (518) 377-4292When are services available?
The clinic’s operational hours are as follows: Monday through Thursday (8:30AM-8:00PM) and Friday (8:30AM-5:00PM).
For further information: http://www.neparentchild.org/program/child-guidance-center/

This outpatient mental health program serves patients ages 4-18 with the goal of providing patients and their families with comprehensive, effective mental health services in a nurturing, safe and supportive environment. Among the services provided:

Initial psychiatric assessments with diagnosis

Medication management

Psychotherapy/Counseling services

Crisis services (for existing patients)

Consultation/collateral services for schools and other professional agencies

Wellness Planning

Community education

How are services accessed?
For more information on Ellis Hospital outpatient child and adolescent programs, please call (518) 382-2290. Fax (518) 382-2292When are services available?
The clinic’s operational hours are as follows: Monday thru Friday (8:15AM-5:00PM)
For further information: http://www.ellismedicine.org/services/mental-health.aspx